How can i recover from depression, anorexia, bipolar,ocd, anxiety other than my meds i have no support system

Question

my family isnt capable of understanding why i am unale to resume my regular duties. they all pass judement on my motions throughout the day.They say my emotions are bringing them down. they all talk about me when im not around.
I have been to a mental hospital, received meds and im seeking treatment.

Answer 1

I've been doing some research lately on th Net about benzodiazepines withdrwal. These are commonly indicated in treatment of anxiety. These medications can worsen some of the symptoms that initially were alleviating, turning into the need of increased doses. If you are on medications (benzos or any psychoactive drugs), try to get off those, but be CAREFUL and do it SLOWLY. One useful site I found is www.benzo.org.uk . You will probably need help from your doctors to do this.

Other than that, try the healthy way: sleep well (7-10 hours a day) Keep in mind that usually drug-induced sleep is not the same quality as natural sleep. Drink a lot of water (at least 2 liters a day), excercise (if you find it hard, start by walking, increasing the pace and the distance) it would be ideal if you can join a sports club and make some friends there. Eat healthy (easier said than done, if you suffer anorexia). But if you know you suffer anorexia, you probably know that you are not fat, so go ahead and EAT, but HEALTHY (especially try to limit (LIMIT, NOT AVOID) your intake of sugar and fat). Consider also taking some over-the counter multi vitamin if your diet is not well-balanced.
And as some other mentioned, find something you enjoy doing (make sure that it is not something harmful to you or others).

If your family cannot understand why you are not able to resume your regular duties, maybe your doctors can explain them.
Now, how do you know that your family talks about you when you are not around? And if they do, it is probably because they are concerned about you.
Do not pay too much attention to what they do or they don't. Just focus in your recovery.

Cheer up, and go ahead.

Take care

Answer 2

I have been suffering from post partum depression for the past one year when I gave birth to a baby boy. I couldn't stop thinking about how my husband loves him more than me and how things might be better if he wasn't born at all. Thus, I stayed away from him because I knew that I might do something I will regret for the rest of my life.

Almost instantly I went to a therapist and convince them that I need help. Among other things, I've tried herbal supplements and other book to treat depression but nothing works like the Depression Free Method. So now I'm proud to say I'm one of the happiest mother in the world. My husband loves us both very much and I thank the Lord for the blessing he gave us.

Depression Free Method?

Answer 3

There are other places to get support than through your family. Check out NAMI at the state, local and national level. They have free materials and sponsor support groups all across the country. Also, you should probably hook up with a therapist through your local mental health program at the county level. Also you can find good therapist through word of mouth and through a state referral agency. Good luck and hang in there. Remember: this too will pass.

Answer 4

well its good that you are taking the right medications.....I think you should also get into some therapy. It really helps alot along with medication. You could also try, if not already, doing some regular daily exercising, nothing strenuous - walking for 30 minutes. Make sure to eat regular and healthy meals and get enough sleep every night. But number one thing, get into some counseling (therapy) to help talk you through the depression and other problems, along with the family issues. Good Luck!!

Answer 5

First, I'd say that you need something in your life for you. Something that makes you happy. Something that you enjoy and can do on your own. Something that is yours alone. An escape. A way to vent, to express yourself and to release your pent up feelings.

Also, if you're able, old enough, etc . . . perhaps you should move out on your own, where you can be you without such judgementalism rubbing salt in your wounds. If that's not possible, work toward that ends and toward building your own life for yourself.

Often, environment can play a major role in the development and continuance of such conditions. Talk to your doctor and social services. Perhaps, the two can advise and help you to find your own way in this world. Good luck.

Answer 6

Wow! You've got really got some issues...I hope that the treatment you are currently getting eventually helps, If not...maybe you can try to switch to a new Psych? I don't think you will really get very much serious help here since most people probably can't really understand what all you are dealing with. Stay strong...as you grow older, you will come to be more secure with yourself, try not to let what your family says hurt you too much, they obviously just don't understand either. Take care.

Answer 7

Visit the National Alliance of the Mentally Ill. NAMI.org. Join a support group and meet other people with similar conditions.

Answer 8

You can't recover from those things without support. Contact your Dr to find support groups and make sure you are on the right meds. Ignore your family they say stuff because they know they can get a reaction out of you.

Answer 9

Good luck to you. I know how it is with the family thing, too many people tell you to "snap out of it", "count your blessings", "get a hobby", etc. If I could I would! Minus the anorexia and bipolar, I'm right there with ya'. I had to go off of the antidepressants, I have no insurance and at $90 a month, I couldn't afford them anymore

Answer 10

There Is a book that has helped me through this as you have and the book Is called
"Driven to Distraction"It has helped me to understand my medical problems and how to deal with them.

It Is very hard to deal with these problems without a support team or a person that understands you.

Maybe your family can come with you to theropy so they can understand what you are going through and work together with you.

I know how hard It Is,I am 51 years old and I finally am getting the help that I need and I hope you do too.